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Capilo School of Hair Design
Augusta, Maine · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 43 Bridge Street, Augusta, ME 04330 · Phone: 2076219941200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Sep 2023 · Show Cause · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Oct 2023 · Removal of Show Cause Status.
Capilo School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Augusta, Maine, offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Capilo School of Hair Design has a 78.6% completion rate, above the Maine state average of 56.7%, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,700, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Capilo School of Hair Design is $24,155, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 40.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $30,640 | $44,000 | $61,860 |
| Skincare specialists | $34,520 | $55,850 | $76,260 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $36,800 | $48,540 | $75,880 |
| Barbers | $30,470 | $35,300 | $48,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 60 | $21,251 | $20,140 | $8,444 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | $21,251 | $20,140 | $8,444 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 44 | $21,251 | $20,140 | $8,444 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $21,251 | $20,140 | $8,444 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $21,251 | $20,140 | $8,444 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Capilo School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Augusta, Maine, in a distant-town setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) toward their programs. The school's top programs are cosmetology (68 completers), esthetician training (49 completers), and nail technician training (44 completers), among a total of five program families that also include barber schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 78.6%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7% for similar programs. Median debt among graduates is $7,700. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,155, and 40.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus appears geared toward short, hands-on training programs in cosmetology and related personal-care trades rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families listed. It may suit career changers seeking a defined, licensure-oriented path in cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, or barbering, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Capilo School of Hair Design offers five program families, led by cosmetology (68 completers), esthetician training (49 completers), and nail technician training (44 completers), as well as barber schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, and 40.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 78.6%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,700, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $24,155.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Capilo School of Hair Design is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering suggests shorter, licensure-oriented training that may appeal to career changers, though specific schedules and program lengths are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing steps for cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Capilo School of Hair Design by phone at 207-621-9941 or through its website, https://www.capilo.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.